Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc. (HOSC) is seeking a Chaplain to join our Spiritual Care Team. This is a weekend field position to provide support at the Kaplan Family Hospice Residence (KFHR) located in Newburgh and to meet the emergent spiritual needs of patients and families throughout Orange and Sullivan Counties. In addition to weekends, the part-time Chaplain may be called on provide coverage on holidays and to meet other staffing needs during the week.
The Chaplain is an integral member of the interdisciplinary hospice care team providing compassionate spiritual and emotional support to patients and their loved ones. Through comprehensive spiritual assessments and individualized care planning, the Chaplain helps patients and their loved ones find peace, meaning, and comfort in accordance with their spiritual or religious beliefs and goals.
Education and Experience:
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Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (B.D., M.Div. or equivalent) and/or experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver.
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Comfortability in an interfaith setting.
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Hospice/palliative care experience preferred.
- Completion of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education and working towards professional certification preferred.
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Computer literacy and familiarity with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Systems.
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A clean, acceptable driving record with reliable transportation.
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Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
Skills and Abilities:
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Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary group.
- Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
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Ability to network with community clergy and congregations.
What benefits are offered?
In alignment with our mission, HOSC provides a wide range of benefits to ensure our employees have the personal tools needed in order to be successful.
HOSC provides:
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Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D, Supplemental Short Term and Long Term Disability, 403B retirement, Employee Assistance Program, and more!
HOSC recognizes the value of having a much-needed work life balance.
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Our organization is proud to provide generous paid time off (PTO), sick time, and paid holidays!
We are also committed to helping our employees prepare for the future. We offer:
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Tuition reimbursement/assistance for college courses and continuing education programs.
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A 403b retirement savings plan! HOSC will match up to 3% of employee contributions.
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EOE, including disability/vets.
Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc. provides an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare. While hospice care is not curative physically, we provide comfort and healing to the emotional and spiritual aspects of the patient. We also provide support and care for our families and caregivers as they navigate some of the most vulnerable times in their lives. Not only will your presence soothe for the moment, but you will be able to walk alongside your patients and their families and caregivers throughout their time on the hospice journey.
